Novena Prayer

O God, who open wide the gates of the heavenly Kingdomto those reborn of water and the Holy Spirit,pour out on your servants an increase of the grace you have bestowed,that, having been purged of all sins,they may lack nothing that in your kindness you have promised.Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,who lives and … Read moreCatholic Prayer for April 21, 2026

BiographySaint Anselm of Canterbury was born in 1033 in Aosta, in present-day Italy. From a young age, he showed a deep desire to seek God and understand the truths of the faith. After facing difficulties in his early life, he eventually entered the Benedictine monastery of Bec in France, where his wisdom and holiness quickly … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Anselm of Canterbury

Source: Vaticannews.va READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Book of the Acts of the ApostlesActs 7:51—8:1a Stephen said to the people, the elders, and the scribes:“You stiff-necked people, uncircumcised in heart and ears,you always oppose the Holy Spirit;you are just like your ancestors.Which of the prophets did your ancestors not persecute?They put to death … Read moreDaily Bible Reading

Source: Vaticannews.va READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Acts of the Apostles6:8-15 Stephen, filled with grace and power,was working great wonders and signs among the people.Certain members of the so-called Synagogue of Freedmen,Cyreneans, and Alexandrians,and people from Cilicia and Asia,came forward and debated with Stephen,but they could not withstand the wisdom and the Spirit … Read moreDaily Bible Reading

Morning Offering O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary,I offer You my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this dayfor all the intentions of Your Sacred Heart,in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world,in reparation for my sins,for the intentions of all my relatives and friends,and in particular for the … Read moreCatholic Prayer for April 20, 2026

BiographySaint Agnes of Montepulciano was born in 1268 in Italy. From a very young age, she showed a deep love for God and desired to dedicate her life entirely to Him. At just nine years old, she entered religious life and quickly became known for her holiness and wisdom. Agnes later became the prioress of … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Agnes of Montepulciano

Short BiographySaint Expedite was a Roman soldier and a Christian martyr, believed to have lived in the early centuries of the Church. According to tradition, he was a commander in the Roman army who decided to convert to Christianity. As the story goes, when he resolved to follow Christ, a spirit of evil tried to … Read moreSaint of the Day: St. Expedite

Source: Vaticannews.va A reading from the Acts of the ApostlesActs 2:14, 22-33 Then Peter stood up with the Eleven,raised his voice, and proclaimed:“You who are Jews, indeed all of you staying in Jerusalem.Let this be known to you, and listen to my words.You who are Israelites, hear these words.Jesus the Nazarene was a man commended … Read moreDaily Bible Reading

Source: Vaticannews.va A reading from the Acts of the ApostlesActs 6:1-7 As the number of disciples continued to grow,the Hellenists complained against the Hebrewsbecause their widowswere being neglected in the daily distribution.So the Twelve called together the community of the disciples and said,“It is not right for us to neglect the word of God to … Read moreDaily Bible Reading

BiographySaint Kateri Tekakwitha was born in 1656 in present-day New York. She was a Native American of the Mohawk tribe. As a child, she survived smallpox, which left her with weakened eyesight and scars on her face. At the age of 19, Kateri chose to become a Christian, embracing the Catholic faith with deep devotion. … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Kateri Tekakwitha